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RN - Psych

Vibra Travels LLC

Tucson, Arizona

Staffing partner

$2,128/wk

About $111k/yr

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Last seen active Aug 5, 2026

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VIBRA TRAVELS is seeking a Psych Registered Nurse RN to join our expanding network of healthcare professionals. We're looking for dependable, detail-focused travelers with experience in hospital settings. If you're ready to assist in life-changing procedures while traveling the country, this is your opportunity! Position Summary: Develops, implements, evaluates and revises a plan of care of assigned patients and families while promoting the mission and values of Vibra Healthcare. Works with patients who have psychiatric problems and disorders including assessment of mental health needs, development of care plans, managing the therapeutic environment, and crisis intervention and counseling. The provision of care includes direct care along with the delegation and supervision of all nursing care in accordance with the applicable Nurse Practice Act. Specific components of the Registered Nurse role include demonstrating clinical competence; managing patient care; improving quality of care; establishing professional relationships and utilizing professional skills; fulfilling responsibilities of the role of the hospital; and developing clinical expertise per specialty. Supervises the following positions: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Nursing Aides and Techs. Minimum Qualifications: Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required. Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required. Current ACLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required within six (6) months of hire. Additional Qualifications/ Skills: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. Certification as a Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse preferred. Previous acute care experience preferred. Ability to project a professional image. Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements. Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills. Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant. Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions. Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Certificates, Licensures, Registrations: Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required. Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required. ACLS certification from a Vibraapproved vendor required within six (6) months of hire. Certification as a Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse preferred. Unlike working for agency after agency, with our travel program, you get to work for a company: Work with 1 recruiter from start to finish and assignment to assignment Local and Non-local positions available Competitive hourly rate in addition to tax-free stipend (if applicable) No pay cuts mid-contract Referral bonus (up to $1000 per referral!) License reimbursement if traveling to new state where new license is required Your pick of assignments at partner facilities from various health systems across the country Vibra follows federal and state requirements for vaccinations, vaccination offerings, and disease screening. Some states and locations may have different vaccine or screening requirements. To find out more information or check out our website at www.vibratravels.com Our recruitment team wants to get to know you. Share your passion! Please complete our online application and submit your resume for immediate consideration. Thank you for taking the time to consider our career opportunities. The Employer agrees to display the following notices supplied by DHS in a prominent place that is clearly visible to prospective employees and all employees who are to be verified through the system: a. Notice of E-Verify Participation b. Notice of Right to Work Posters Participating employers must display the E-Verify Participation and Department of Justice, Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) Right to Work posters to inform their current and prospective employees of their legal rights and protections. What you see is what you get. We believe travel clinicians deserve full transparency. Every job we post includes a real pay range based on current bill rates. Before we submit you, we review the exact compensation package so there are no surprises later in the process.

Skills for this role

Patient assessmentCare plan developmentCare plan implementationCare plan evaluationCrisis interventionMental health counselingMental health stabilizationTherapeutic environment managementDirect patient careClinical supervisionDelegationNursing staff management

Certifications

BLSACLSPsychiatric-Mental Health Nurse certification (preferred)

Requirements

  • Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required
  • Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required
  • Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required
  • Current ACLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required within six (6) months of hire
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
  • Certification as a Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse preferred
  • Previous acute care experience preferred
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements
  • Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills

Benefits

  • Referral program
  • Referral bonus up to $1000 per referral
  • License reimbursement
  • Competitive hourly rate in addition to tax-free stipend (if applicable)
  • No pay cuts mid-contract
  • Work with 1 recruiter from start to finish and assignment to assignment
  • Local and Non-local positions available
  • Your pick of assignments at partner facilities from various health systems across the country

About the employer

Vibra Travels LLC logo
Vibra Travels LLC
Staffing partner

Vibra Travels LLC is a healthcare staffing agency affiliated with Vibra Healthcare, a nationwide network of critical care hospitals and medical rehabilitation hospitals. Headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, Vibra Travels specializes in placing travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals in temporary,…

4.2 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • Strong pay and benefits rated 4.4/5 by employees on Indeed
  • Positive work culture rated 4.4/5 with employees citing an authentic culture of caring
  • Opportunity to travel the country while working in diverse clinical settings

What reviewers flag

  • Small review sample size (11 reviews on Indeed) may not fully represent all employee experiences
  • Travel requirements demand ability to travel via air and ground transportation, which may not suit all nurses
  • Minimum 1 year RN experience plus recent acute care experience required, creating barriers for newer nurses
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Tucson blends desert beauty with a laid-back college-town spirit, framed by the Santa Catalina Mountains to the north and Saguaro National Park on its fringes. Neighborhoods like Fourth Avenue buzz with local shops and nightlife, while historic Barrio Libre preserves adobe architecture. The city attracts nurses seeking affordable Southwestern living and abundant outdoor recreation year-round.

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